Rihanna accepted a Glamour "Woman of the Year" award last night along with Maya Angelou, Lisa Ling and Euna Lee, Serena Williams, and philanthropic pediatrician Jane Aronson. Yeah, I mean, I guess the accomplishments of those other ladies are as impressive, too.

Model Iman, who presented Rihanna's award, referred to the singer's ordeal early this year, when she was assaulted by boyfriend and fellow singer Chris Brown. Rihanna initially returned to Brown but said last week that she regrets it, because it sent the wrong message to her fans. Brown has pleaded guilty to felony assault.

"Now I am even more impressed with her dignity and courage," Iman said, noting that Rihanna would serve as a role model to victims of domestic violence. (Source)

Ah yes, Rihanna is quite the inspiration to us all. Not only did she finally leave her abusive boyfriend after the police evidence photo of her injuries were leaked to the media and she basically had no other choice, (even though she did originally take him back) but she got those empowering gun tattoos and finally opened up about her ordeal to help promote her new album other young women in her situation. And now, thanks to getting the shit kicked out of her by her boyfriend, Rihanna is getting an award and is more famous than ever. I hope all you young girls out there are taking notes.